Shooting in US - Virginia

[RoadRaven]

Just watching this unfold on our morning news
22 confirmed dead so far

Am in numb shock watching this... has this affected any of our TE-ers/families?

My thoughts are with you as you deal with this - it sounds worse than even Columbine... or even the Texas shooting in 1966 where Whitman took 16 lives and wounded over 20...

I don't know what to say... this is dreadful...

[RoadRaven]

Oh Goddess.... its 31 dead now and over 30 injured...

My heart is crying

[KnottedYet]

There is nothing on the Seattle TV stations, even the Seattle news station.

Nothing on the FM or AM news radio stations.

Dang, you'd think there'd be a ticker at the bottom of the screen or somthing!

[SheFly]

Check MSNBC - they broke the news during the Boston Marathon this morning. Very sad indeed. Thoughts to anyone here who may be related to the situation.

SheFly

[Eden]

There is nothing on the Seattle TV stations, even the Seattle news station.

Nothing on the FM or AM news radio stations.

Dang, you'd think there'd be a ticker at the bottom of the screen or somthing!

there was some coverage on KUOW - at least a few minutes ago. Very sad.

[Jenn]

I was just going to ask for prayers or positive thoughts, as I have 2 cousins that attend VA Tech. Apprently my Aunt has heard from one of them , but we are still waiting to hear from Steve. The death toll now is 32 and our family is praying for all involved but obviously are VERY concerned for my cousin Steve.

[Running Mommy]

Oh Jenn-
That is scary! I'll get on a prayer right now for you. And also for the other victims of course!
VERY sad!

[Pax]

My heart is just breaking for those kids and their families.

[Bikingmomof3]

Jenn,
I do so hope your family has heard good news by now. I am praying for all the families. This is so terribly sad.

[stacie]

i have no words to express my feelings. do know that i care and i'm thinking of all those with family, friends, neighbors, etc at V Tech. What is wrong with our society? I am so disgusted.

[Jenn]

Ok, Thank the Good Lord above, that Steve is ok, my Aunt said she just received an email from him because, obviously the phone lines are jammed and he couldn't get through. She said he is VERY shaken up but ok.
However, I am sickened and sadened for those family who were not as fortunate as ours.
ALL are in our prayers and God be with those in mourning, those that are injured, those that have passed and God please help THIS WORLD!!

[IFjane]

Bat's thread: http://forums.teamestrogen.com/showthread.php?t=14789

I know many children (some I have taught) and parents who have children there. I also know some faculty so it has deeply affected us here in VA. Please keep everyone in your thoughts.

Why??? Not Why Virginia Tech, not why in Virginia....but just WHY????

[RoadRaven]

This is what Bat posted...

I live in VA and many of my friends children go to VA TECH, so the "biggest school shooting in US history" is hitting a little close to home. All I can think of is "what if my child was there?". It is just awful ... if you pray, please pray for the families/firends/faculity of the 30+ who died and the 20+ injured; if you don't pray, please remember them all in your positive thoughts. Thanks.

I am trying to work out what is happening via internet news sites now.

I ended up watching CNN this morning at home... I am stunned that some of you in some states had no idea, and yet it was all over the radio and TV down here, half a world away from you.

Still dumb-struck really. My thoughts are dwelling on my love for my own children (two of whom are doing tertiary study now) and how dreadful this would be if it was me and mine, and I feel soooo much for everyone involved...

[RoadRaven]

So the final toll seems to be 32 plus the non-student shooter himself.

Plus 15 wounded by the shooter, and I guess more wounded who jumped from windows?

I feel cold and icey when I think of this... awhi awhi from Aotearoa to all who are affected by this tradgedy.

[lovemybike]

This is such a terrible terrible thing that has happened. So sad to know that so many young lives have been taken so early. So many young lives effected by this tragedy. These scars will be with them forever. It's such a sad thing. The only thing that will help in this time is prayer and love for everyone involved. This just brings to light how fragile this life is, and the fact that we are not promised another day. This second is all we know is for sure. In light of all that has happened, I hope everyone who reads this will consider their lives and the lives of those around you. The students at VT never thought today would be their last day on earth. Where will you go when you die?